Manage all aspects of LPG supply & wholesale contracts, including transportation and storage, across Czech Republic and Slovakia and across all types of transportation
Seeking continuous improvement through optimization of supply flows - striking the best balance between customers’ needs, cost to serve and long term suppliers’ relationships
Strive to optimize supply assets (import terminals, primary storage) and inventories, for internal use as well as wholesale activities § Responsible for inventory management of import terminals In Czech Republic and Slovakia ensuring no stock outs to end customers whilst balancing cost of supply § Negotiate / Participate in negotiation for primary transportation contracts / terms and conditions
Liaise with distribution teams to ensure efficient and clear communications on requirements and day to day operations management
Liaise with all external parties such as suppliers
Define supply team KPIs and report on such metrics to monitor and improve operational efficiency
Perform operational analysis on various metrics and draw recommendations to continuously aim at improving the efficiency of the supply team
Participate in the month-end process to ensure timely reporting
This position is seen as an entry position into UGI International, a leading LPG supplier in Europe and part of UGI Corporation distributing and marketing energy products and services in the United States and Europe. We are looking for talent that we can develop and grow across multiple disciplines as single contributors, but as well into potential leadership roles, at regional or international level. Future roles are broad and could encompass commercial, logistics, operations, financial, project activities, pending demonstrated capabilities and willingness.
Our requirements:
Master’s degree
Min. 2 years’ experience in similar position
Business fluency in English both spoken and written
Very good analytical skills, attention to details
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Self-reliance and decision-making skills § Striving in fast-paced environments
Facility for multi-tasking, prioritizing and managing time effectively
Excellent inter-personal skills, good team work abilities § Commitment, ownership – perseverance
Ability to influence without formal authority
Curiosity, eagerness to learn
Asset:
Very good knowledge of the Czech/Slovak language
Familiarity with the energy industry/energy supply chain/logistics
